How to pronounce “stop short”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• To come to a sudden and unexpected stop, particularly while speaking or driving a vehicle.
• (usually with of) To voluntarily cease an attempt to reach a certain point.
• (with of) To come to a stop before reaching a certain point.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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